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Sunflower of Peace is a US-based 501(c)(3) registered non-profit organization whose current mission is to provide medical and humanitarian aid for people affected by violence in Ukraine. Sunflower of Peace was founded in 2014 and since then has worked on empowering orphans, internally displaced persons, and, recently, those most affected by COVID-19 and the Russian military invasion of Ukraine.
Read MoreWe may have had snow, rain, sleet and hail, but between the daily deluge, Sandy B. and Jane W. still find moments to brighten up the garden for our spring visitors. Flowers are already starting to peek through the soil to get ready for the sun.
Read MoreJoin NOAH this Thursday, February 17, at 6:30 p.m. for a webinar featuring panelists who are Nashville's criminal justice community leaders. They will demystify the roles of judicial positions, who have an enormous impact on criminal justice, mass incarceration, and community safety. Additionally, panelists will help you prepare to vote in the primary election on May 3.
Read MoreJane W. and Sandy B. keep the garden looking beautiful year-round.
Read MoreOur January 5h Sunday Community Service project has donated XX Welcome Home Baskets to the members of the Room In The Inn community.
Read MoreThis month’s Share the Plate organization is the Southern Environmental Law Center (SELC), the South’s largest and most effective nonprofit, nonpartisan environmental advocate and protector. SELC’s mission is to protect the basic right to clean air, clean water, and a livable climate; to preserve our region’s natural treasures and rich biodiversity; and to provide a healthy environment for all.
Read MoreHybrid: Portland, Oregon / Zoom. June 22 - 26, 2022. Are you interested in attending GA this year? GNUUC will pay the registration fees for its 2 voting delegates. Plus, members can apply to the Larry Romans Leadership Fund if they are not a delegate and interested in attending for assistance with registration fees. If you are interested in attending or learning more, click Read More below.
Read MoreRegister for this Zoom webinar at: https://bit.ly/cahoots-noah.
Across the country, community leaders are recognizing that police are not the best suited to safely and effectively help people experiencing behavioral health crises. Nationally and in Nashville, such calls to police have resulted in injury and even death to those needing help. Community responder programs improve health outcomes, reduce unnecessary arrests, and save lives.
Read MoreOur Share the Plate partner for January is Walden’s Puddle Wildlife Center of Greater Nashville. Walden’s Puddle provides care and treatment to sick, injured, and orphaned native Tennessee wildlife. A professionally-staffed wildlife rehabilitation facility in Middle Tennessee, Walden’s Puddle does not charge for services and receives no federal or state funding. “We are here to help wildlife in trouble.”
Read MoreSnow may be falling, but life continues to thrive in the memorial garden.
Read MoreClick link to learn about upcoming December 2021 services, plus COVID safety update.
Read MoreIt would be wonderful to have a few extra helpers for the Christmas Eve service. If you aren’t already signed up and are willing to help with any of the following, please email Rev. Denise (revdenise@gnuuc.org) before Thursday at 5 p.m.:
An extra “camera operator”: Bring your own device & log into Zoom so you can provide views of our vocalists (who will be on the platform, so you don’t need to move around much). You might also provide views of the congregation if you wish.
Bell ringers (especially youth): we will need one or two folks to make a joyful noise to welcome us all into the worship service. We have a few bells to provide, but if you have extras, bring ‘em!
Greeters: Welcome congregants at the door, help them sign in & mask up.
Candle wranglers: Hand out candles & paper bobeches (did you know that’s their name?!) at the doors to the sanctuary, and help collect at the end of the service.
Also needed: large baskets or (perhaps festively wrapped) boxes to collect candles in the hall & foyer.
Light outener: One attentive person to help switch off lights during the service.
Readers: If you are willing to do a reading (or be a backup in case someone doesn’t make it), we have a couple of open spots being assigned soon…
Email revdenise@gnuuuc.org to be part of the team!
Read MoreThis month we’ve been learning about four of the courageous changemakers with whom UUSC is partnering to advance human rights and social justice. Here are four short videos in which you can hear directly from these Guests.
Read MoreAll offerings during the Christmas Eve service go toward the Minister’s Discretionary Fund. If you would like to donate now or during the service, you may do so. Via text or online through Breeze. Please text “$50 mdf” to (615) 246-5553 to make a donation to the Minister’s Discretionary Fund or visit Breeze Online Giving. You may adjust the dollar amount.
You may also visit our website to make a donation. Please be sure to select the appropriate category for your donation.
Read MoreJane W. has shared a gift with our visiting feathered friends.
Read MoreSWIM is a week (December 27 – January 1) of virtual UU fun, fellowship, and growth with workshops, concerts, and special events. SWIM is an intentional, inter-generational community of Unitarian Universalists and friends, including awesome people like YOU! We normally gather in South Florida in December but will again meet virtually in 2021. For further information and to register, visit SWIMUU.org
Read MoreType of event: Webinar
Email: KCharles@uua.org
Sponsor: UUA Congregational Life Staff Group
With so much uncertainty in the wider world, sometimes it can be hard to find one’s bearings.
Join us to find our collective “compass” as we explore interdependence as a path to wholeness.
Read MoreStop by Greater Nashville UU to see our new outdoor gazebo, located between the playground and the Still Spring Park. It is now open to Teams, Covenant Groups, CRE, and other groups who may want to congregate outdoors. A BIG THANK YOU to Jesse S-S, Nathanael R, Sandy B, Larry B, Eric B. (Sandy and Larry's son), Jon H. (Kristin's brother), Caren S-S, and Amelia B for their help.
Read MoreThe Nashville Scene article regarding the meeting on Monday night to discuss state education funding: “Parents and Students Demand ‘a Bigger Pie’ at Education Town Hall”
And from The Tennessean: “Education advocates gave Tennessee schools chief a pecan pie. Here’s why.”
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